Ormskirk Bowling Club

The basic position of the paths and greens is now being marked out. You can see one of the yellow pegs in the foreground.

Day 12

The process of starting to shape the greens is beginning. That would be one hell of a crown if they leave it like that, what a home green!!

I have just seen this post on the Q Local website.  http://www.qlocal.co.uk/ormskirk/news_photo/Bowled_over___great_news_for_local_bowlers%21-54602918.htm

This was from last week just after works had started

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Day 5 and the excess topsoil is still being shifted off the site by Mallinsons.

Day 2 and the site is already looking clear.  Excess soil is being removed by tractor & trailer.

Shot of works at end of day 2

Mallinsons began on site today and have started by stripping the existing turf. A dilapidation survey has been undertaken from the cricket club entrance and around the site to ensure that any damage can be re-instated.

Mallinsons starting work on the new greens

I am pleased to announce that we received planning consent this evening for our two bowling greens and associated facilities.  Now we can really make progress.  Watch this space for developments…..